Race Day Events

04/21/2025

Welcome to the Home Stretch! 🏡

We’re thrilled to welcome Josh Stevens Homes - Realty Executives Cooper Spransy as a new sponsor of the Lake Monona 20K & 5K, the Wisconsin Tri Series, and the Madison Mini-Marathon & 5K! 🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏊‍♂️

Not only is Josh the best realtor in Madison, he’s also one of our favorite weekend warriors! 💪 When he’s not helping folks like you find their dream homes, he’s out with the Race Day Events crew setting up your favorite races!

Check out what Josh is all about 👉 www.joshstevenshomes.com and be sure to give him a wave if you see him out on the course!

04/18/2025

🚨 JOIN US FOR THE 2025 VIRTUAL WTS BEGINNER TRIATHLON CLINIC + Q&A! 🚨

New to triathlon or gearing up for your first race in 2025?
We’ve got you covered with Triathlon 101: A Virtual Event for Beginners & First-Timers on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 5 PM!

💻 What to Expect:
✨ Expert tips
✨ Triathlon basics
✨ Live Q&A
✨ Insider advice from one of the best in the sport

👤 Meet Your Coach:
Blake Becker - Former Pro Triathlete, 45x Ironman finisher, and the first Wisconsin native to go sub-9:00 in an Ironman!
Owner of Team BBMC and one of the top USAT Level 2 Coaches with 20+ years of experience.

✅ Whether you're prepping for your first sprint triathlon or just need a refresher, this is your chance to learn from a true expert.

📅 Don't miss out - get the edge before race day!

👉 RSVP: https://bit.ly/44qAXOm
❓ Submit Your Questions: https://bit.ly/42dXE75
🔗 Learn more about BBMC at https://bit.ly/3G8eprC

BBMC is an endurance coaching community that combines two decades of coaching experience with a professional background in education and endurance racing. Our mission is simple. Provide great local and virtual coaching options and a community for runners, cyclists, XC skiers, multisport athletes, an...

04/15/2025

Rise and shine—it’s a new day, and a new chance to take action 💪

Race Day Events and our president, Ryan Griessmeyer- , have teamed up with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for the Visionaries of the Year campaign—raising critical funds for blood cancer patients across the country.

Here’s why we’re all in:
✅ Leukemia is the most diagnosed cancer in kids and young adults
✅ LLS research has led to 70% of recent blood cancer treatments
✅ 542,000+ patients have received financial support from LLS

Together, we can create a world without blood cancer.

Start your day by making an impact:
👉 Donate here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/wi/madisonlls25/rgriessmey

04/11/2025

Exciting News! Capital Credit Union Joins Us as a Sponsor for the 2025 EPIC Marathon & Running Festival!🎉

We’re proud to welcome Capital Credit Union as a sponsor for this year’s event! Their support as a valued community partner will help bring this event to life and promote health and fitness.

Thank you, Capital Credit Union, for being a key supporter of the 2025 EPIC Marathon & Running Festival!

04/07/2025

🎉 Join us for the Rock Run @ Rock Run Collection! 🎉

Come out to the Rock Run Collection in Joliet, IL on April 26, 2025 for a day of fun & fitness!

🕘 Race Start: 9:00 AM
🕒 Check-In: 7:30-8:45 AM
💰 Entry Fee: Only $35!

✨ All race entry fees will be directly donated to Easter Seals! 🌟

Don’t miss out on this exciting event and help support a great cause! See you there!

04/01/2025

Curbside Bicycles is offering Race Day Events racers same-day bike tune-ups to have everything working wonderfully as you start your 2024 training and racing. They are offering a comprehensive tune-up for only $99/bike and finished the same day. Other shops are out weeks and cost $150 for the same service.

Curbside Bicycles will be available for bike tune-ups at Race Day Events on April 13/14 (Sun/Mon). See the attached flyer for more details.

Please RSVP in advance via this sign-up - spots are limited and fill quickly! https://signup.com/go/kXPcBDg Drop-offs will be in the morning and you'll be texted when it's finished to pick-up!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email Ian (the owner/mechanic) at [email protected] or text (608) 571-7330

04/01/2025

Go check it out! The first ever exclusive WI Tri Series Hoodie! Only available for pre-order through May 11, 2025!!😎

🏅 Get Your Exclusive 2025 Wisconsin Triathlon Series Hoodie for $40! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that the exclusive 2025 Wisconsin Triathlon Series Hoodie is now available for pre-order- only $40!

Celebrate your love for triathlon with this limited-edition hoodie, designed just for Wisconsin Triathlon Series athletes like you.

Here’s how to get yours:

Pre-order online: 👉https://bit.ly/35kL7PG ONLY AVAILABLE now through May 11, 2025 at 11:59PM.

Pick up your hoodie starting at the Lake Mills Triathlon early packet pick-up or at the event!

Don’t miss your chance to grab this exclusive hoodie — order today and wear it all summer long!

03/24/2025

🚴‍♂️🏊‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Exciting News!

We're thrilled to announce that Visit Verona, WI is joining us as a sponsor for the second race in the Wisconsin Tri Series – the Wisconsin Triterium Triathlon!

Thank you, Visit Verona, WI, for your support in making this event even more special! 🏅 With your partnership, we’re bringing a world-class experience to all our athletes and fans.

Get ready for an unforgettable race, and don’t forget to explore all the amazing things Verona has to offer while you're here!

03/20/2025

Join our team at the Lake Monona 20K & 5K on Saturday, May 3, 2025!

Race participants, kick back and relax at Winnequah Park after crossing the finish line!

Enjoy two free beers 🍻, courtesy of 3 Sheeps Brewing Company (non-alcoholic options available ), as you unwind and celebrate your achievement. 🎉🏅

The fun doesn’t stop there! Purchase a delicious bite from the food trucks and vendors on-site, perfect for an early lunch or a picnic. You can also enjoy lawn games and jam out to live music by Frank Martin Busch and the Names 🎶, starting at 10 AM.

Food Trucks/ Vendors featuring:
Uyghur Grill🍽️
Travelin' Tom's Coffee ☕
The Good Bowl 🍇🍓
Kona Ice of Madison 🍧
MyDollyDolls Soft Serve 🍦
Paddy’s Patties 🍔

The post-race celebration is open to all, so bring your friends, family, and supporters to join the fun!

For the public, there will be beer 🍻 and food 🍽️ available for purchase.

Cheer on the finishers 🏅, enjoy the delicious food, drinks, and live music 🎶, and make it a day to remember! 🌟

03/17/2025

Heading to Green Bay for the 2025 NFL DRAFT?
Join our friends at the Legacy Hotel in Green Bay and elevate your Draft Weekend with the Legacy Green Bay Ultimate VIP Experience!
No hotel stay required!
Benefitting Children's Wisconsin!
Sign up today!

Join me at the Legacy Green Bay Ultimate VIP Experience

03/14/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome Wander Project to the Traverse City Trail Running Festival this year! 🎉

Come meet their amazing crew and learn more about the incredible work they’re doing to support outdoor access and environmental stewardship. You can chat with them on both Friday and Saturday of event weekend, May 9-10th! 🌲

Check out their work online:
🌐 wanderproject.org
📸 Instagram:
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanderproject18/

03/13/2025

Go show some love to Focal Flame Photography as they celebrate the launch of their brand-new website!

For those who don't know, Focal Flame Photography captures the excitement of race day at early every event we host, including the Wisconsin Tri Series, Winter Run Series, Lake Monona 20K & 5K, Madison Mini-Marathon & 5K, Sleeping Bear Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k, and so many more!
We're incredibly grateful for their partnership of over 15 years and the amazing relationships we've built with their team throughout the years!!

We're excited to join them as they enter this new era of Focal Flame Photography. We're here cheering you on every step of the way!🥳🥳

03/11/2025

🚨 Exciting Announcement! 🚨

We are beyond thrilled to welcome IncredibleBank as a sponsor for the 2025 Lake Monona 20K & 5K AND the 2025 Wisconsin Triathlon Series! 🏅
Their support is truly going to make this year’s events even more incredible!

A huge shoutout to Incredible Bank for surprising us with a delicious lunch today from Noodles & Company! 🍜✨ What a treat – thank you for going above and beyond!

We’re so excited to have them on board for an unforgettable 2025!

03/10/2025

🚨 Exciting news from the Badger Challenge! 🚨

POWERING RESEARCH. CURING CANCER.

Join the movement on September 21, 2025 at the new location: UW Health Eastpark Medical Center in Madison!

Registration is open NOW with 25% off through March 21st.
Let’s make history together! 💪
👉 Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3rw9d6M

POWERING RESEARCH. CURING CANCER. That's the driving force behind the Badger Challenge, and this year, we're taking it to a whole new level!

Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 21, 2025, because we're bringing the energy, the excitement, and the determination to a brand-new location: UW Health Eastpark Medical Center, 4621 Eastpark Blvd, Madison!

This isn't just an event; it's a movement. A chance to push your limits, honor loved ones, and contribute to a future free from cancer. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, the Badger Challenge welcomes you with open arms and a shared mission.

Registration is open NOW and prices are 25% off through March 21st.

Let's power research, cure cancer, and make 2025 the year we make history!

Register now: https://bit.ly/3rw9d6M

03/07/2025

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03/07/2025

Join Us!
Be Part of the Fun – Join Our Team and Help Us Make Weekends Awesome!
Check out our website for more information!
👉 https://racedayevents.com/join-us/